Sunday, May 12, 2024
Honda's Ridgeline redefines pickups with practicality. Initially criticized for its unibody design, it thrives with smart features and respectable sales since 2017. The 2024 model introduces the TrailSport trim for off-road capability. Priced from $39,750, it challenges perceptions of pickup trucks with upgrades and a comfortable interior.
Honda's recent unveiling of its strategy to expand its EV supply chain into Canada signals a significant move in the automotive industry. With an investment of CA$15 billion ($11 billion), Honda aims to establish electric vehicle manufacturing facilities near Toronto, backed by substantial support from Canadian authorities.
U.S. authorities are investigating potential defects in the automatic emergency braking systems of 2019-2022 Honda Passport and Insight models due to reports of unanticipated braking occurrences. The probe follows incidents of "phantom braking," with up to 250,712 cars potentially affected. Honda is cooperating with the investigation, while customers have reported related issues.
Honda's groundbreaking patent application has revolutionized vehicle design with its innovative active rear diffuser, poised to redefine the integration of aerodynamics and aesthetics. This development, published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office on February 6, 2024, signals a transformative impact on everyday vehicle aerodynamics while offering improved performance and practicality.
The 2025 Honda CR-V eFCEV a plug-in hybrid SUV with hydrogen fuel cell technology and battery electricity, redefines eco-friendly transportation. Boasting a partnership with General Motors, improved durability, and luxurious features, this SUV sets a new standard for sustainable driving. Stay tuned for its anticipated release in California.
In January 2024, Honda surged impressively in the United States, boasting remarkable growth and record-breaking deliveries. In another development, avirtual artist is stirring excitement by envisioning a futuristic rendition of the iconic Honda S2000 roadster through CGI.
Toyota, Ford, and Honda report earnings this week, facing challenges like higher costs, supply-chain issues, and pricing concerns. Toyota's shares outperform Tesla's, and its Chairman, Akio Toyoda, expresses skepticism about EV adoption in countries lacking charging infrastructure.
In response to a fuel pump defect, Honda is recalling 2.5 million vehicles, addressing the risk of engine stalling and increased crash potential. NHTSA emphasizes the urgency, with dealers providing free fuel pump module replacements.